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Lane changers, lap counters, and high banks, oh my (1976, + 1912 slot cars, + 60's) (europe.pub)
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Frankly, I could have fun with that as a full grown adult in 2026!

Ad above was a Tyco set. The first commercial slot cars were sold by Lionel in 1912,

Lionel slot cars 1912

In the 50's and 60's, slot car racing arcades were popular, where people would go to race or watch others race. They still exist today of course, just not in the same popularity and prominence as then.

Vintage track. Also, a greater than average number of ceiling tetrahedrons.

Vintage slot arcade

Group of 1960's ladies having a blast,

Vintage slot arcade

8-way track,

Vintage slot arcade

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[–] 2 points 2 months ago (1 child)

The cars stuck amazingly well to the track with the tops off too!

The little cars would go so fast it was crazy. Add the top and it changed the whole aerodynamics (obviously). It was really surprising to me at the time how much it mattered.

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